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Body Weather conditions outdoors did not dampen the spirits indoors for those participating and attending the Class of 2023 Graduation at Canton High School May 19.

Body Proclamations, public hearings, and reports dominated the agenda for the Canton City Council during its regular monthly meeting May 16. Canton Mayor Lou Ann Everett welcomed Cassidy Nichole Henderson as the newest member of the council.

Body Retired United States Air Force Colonel Timothy J. Burke will be the guest speaker for the annual Memorial Day program at the Van Zandt County Veterans Memorial in Canton beginning at 10 a.m. Monday, May 29.

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Body The Canton Lions Club District 2-2X met May 17 at the Van Zandt Country Club with Lion President Tanya Watkins presiding. The members honored one of its own, Lion Bob Giles. Bob has been serving the community as a Lion for 50 years!

Body Conservative attorney, business owner, and public servant Brent Money today launched his campaign for the now vacant Texas House of Representatives District 2 seat. He enters the race having already raised more than $50,000 from people who live and work in the district.

Body With news breaking earlier this month that Republican District 2 State Representative Bryan Slaton of Royse City had resigned from office following an investigation into multiple misconduct allegations, the first challenger for the now vacant seat has stepped forward.

Body Today, conservative businesswoman Jill Ashmore Dutton announces her candidacy for Texas House District 2 in the Special Election to be held later this year. Texas House District 2 serves Hopkins, Hunt, and Van Zandt Counties.

Body A swearing-in ceremony and the recognition of a few Canton High School graduates highlighted the regular monthly meeting of the Canton City Council May 16.

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